Math Problem Statement

3.9x0.5+4 5/6 : 3 3/7

Solution

Let's break down the expression step by step.

The given expression is:

3.9×0.5+456÷3373.9 \times 0.5 + 4 \frac{5}{6} \div 3 \frac{3}{7}

Step 1: Multiplication

First, multiply 3.9×0.53.9 \times 0.5:

3.9×0.5=1.953.9 \times 0.5 = 1.95

Step 2: Division of mixed numbers

Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions:

  • 456=2964 \frac{5}{6} = \frac{29}{6}
  • 337=2473 \frac{3}{7} = \frac{24}{7}

Now, perform the division of the fractions:

296÷247=296×724=29×76×24=203144\frac{29}{6} \div \frac{24}{7} = \frac{29}{6} \times \frac{7}{24} = \frac{29 \times 7}{6 \times 24} = \frac{203}{144}

Step 3: Add the two results

Now, add 1.951.95 and 203144\frac{203}{144}:

Convert 1.951.95 to a fraction:

1.95=1951001.95 = \frac{195}{100}

We need a common denominator to add 195100\frac{195}{100} and 203144\frac{203}{144}. The least common denominator of 100 and 144 is 720.

  • Convert 195100\frac{195}{100} to have a denominator of 720:

195100=195×7.2100×7.2=1404720\frac{195}{100} = \frac{195 \times 7.2}{100 \times 7.2} = \frac{1404}{720}

  • Convert 203144\frac{203}{144} to have a denominator of 720:

203144=203×5144×5=1015720\frac{203}{144} = \frac{203 \times 5}{144 \times 5} = \frac{1015}{720}

Now add:

1404720+1015720=1404+1015720=2419720\frac{1404}{720} + \frac{1015}{720} = \frac{1404 + 1015}{720} = \frac{2419}{720}

Final Answer:

The result in fraction form is 2419720\frac{2419}{720}, which is approximately:

24197203.36\frac{2419}{720} \approx 3.36

Would you like further details or clarifications on any of these steps?


Here are 5 follow-up questions for you to consider:

  1. Can you convert the final fraction 2419720\frac{2419}{720} into a mixed number?
  2. How would this problem change if you replaced division with multiplication?
  3. What is the decimal approximation of 296÷247\frac{29}{6} \div \frac{24}{7} alone?
  4. What if the numbers were in scientific notation—would it be easier to solve?
  5. Can you think of a real-world scenario where this calculation might be useful?

Tip: Always convert mixed numbers into improper fractions when dealing with division or multiplication problems to simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic
Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Order of Operations

Formulas

Multiplication of decimals
Division of fractions
Addition of fractions with different denominators

Theorems

None specifically, but relies on basic arithmetic operations and fraction conversion principles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8